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There's been a lot of speculation that radio listening would be down with millions of cars no longer on the roads dues to government mandated stay-at-home orders. Westwood One's Pierre Bouvard listened in to Nielsen's client webinars this week and has posted a new blog about what the ratings company reported.

On April 8 THIS LETTER was sent by a group of Senators to their leadership, which was followed by THIS LETTER to President Trump by members of Congress. Elected officials realize the critical role local media plays in getting information to the public.

Without giving specific numbers, Alpha Media announced late Tuesday that it was taking "painful steps" to deal with the advertising revenue decrease caused by the coronavirus crisis.

Here's the replay of our Tuesday Facebook Live interview with Jeff McHugh from The Randy Lane Company. Jeff provided top-notch advice on how to keep your audience engaged during the coronavirus crisis. He told great stories using examples of talent across the country and had excellent resources. Watch on Facebook or YouTube. Listen on Apple or iHeart.

Bonneville's KYGO-FM, KOSI-FM & SPORTS RADIO 104.3 THE FAN are partnering with 9News Colorado to raise money for the Food Bank of the Rockies.

Radio's biggest company is doing everything possible to weather the economic catastrophe being caused by the 2020 global pandemic. The savings, expense reductions, salary cuts and furloughs are all a result of the coronavirus crisis, according to an SEC filing from Tuesday.

Jersey 4 Jersey has a big name line-up ready to appear on a broadcast fundraiser April 22. The one hour event, to be broadcast on a variety of platforms, will benefit the New Jersey Pandemic Relief Fund (NJPRF).

The Country Oldies Show, the longest-running weekly radio program dedicated to Classic Country music, has a new network affiliation with MOR Media International. The show is hosted by Steve Warren.

Bonneville music stations are giving high school students the chance to enjoy a virtual prom night at home with some of the country’s top DJs and surprise performances by music stars.

Hubbard Radio in Seattle has started a program to help local charities raise awareness and funds during the COVID-19 crisis. Fight Back, Give Back is using all of the groups platforms to help get the message out about the dire need that non-profits in the Puget Sound area are experiencing.